Most of us want our kids to get the best possible education. That?s why the findings of a new Pope Center report should alarm us. Jane Shaw explains the details in the latest edition of Carolina Journal Radio.

Speaking of education, North Carolina?s high school dropout rate has prompted a new Dropout Initiative from N.C. House Speaker Joe Hackney. You?ll hear an update on that legislative study, along with reaction from Terry Stoops.

As the American population ages, total health care costs are bound to increase. But Joe Coletti tells us new government data show health care costs are growing at a rate far beyond the level suggested by a graying America. He?ll offer some suggestions for reducing the growth rate.

And Chad Adams will explain why some North Carolina county leaders hope to win more freedom from state government restrictions.